***ADDRESS CORRECTION FOR THE REPUBLICAN WOMEN OF THE UPPER CUMBERLAND MEETING***
In this issue:
- Lift Up the WORD – Light up the World
- August Primary – Who’s on the Ballot?
- May GOP Events and Meetings
Find a Gathering in Tennessee – Follow This Link
National Day of Prayer – “Lift Up the WORD – Light Up the World”
Today is the 73rd annual National Day of Prayer. With all the things happening around us, consider taking a portion of your day to pray for our country, elected leaders, law enforcement, our military and of course, our families and friends.
On April 17, 1952, a bill initiated by Mr. Conrad Hilton of Hilton Hotels and Senator Frank Carlson of Kansas was passed (Public Law 82-324, Sec. 119) that:
The President shall set aside and proclaim a suitable day each year, other than a Sunday, as a National Day of Prayer, on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.
After 36 years, legislation passed that chose a specific annual day for the nation to turn to God together.
Public Law 100-307, May 5, 1988
2024 National Prayer
Jesus, we profess our faith in You. You are the Light of the world, and in You there is no darkness. For You are our lamp, O LORD, and our God who lights our darkness. Forgive us for fearing and focusing on the darkness around us instead of being filled with faith and shining like the city on a hill You have called us to be.
Forgive us for the times when we have been the absence of light, allowing darkness to dwell in America. Lead us forward to dispel the darkness and bring light throughout the Church, Family, Education, Business, Military, Government, and Arts, Entertainment, and Media.
We are saved by grace through faith, released from the darkness that once held us captive and now free to walk in the newness of life in You. Light dispels darkness and exposes what is hidden and wicked, so we commit to rise and shine! For by You, Lord, we can take courage to run against the enemy, and by our God we can fight the good fight and keep the faith as living lampstands in our communities and country.
We fear no evil for You are with us. Lord, Your way is perfect, You lead us on paths of righteousness for Your name’s sake. Your Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Your Word is Truth, instructing and inspiring us to live in the abundant life You gave when You saved us from the death and destruction of the enemy. Fill us with Truth as we read, study, and live Your Word.
God, You are a shield for all those who take refuge in You. As we abide in You and Your Word abides in us, we take up our shield of faith and the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God and run boldly into the darkness to Lift Up the Word and Light Up the World!
In the Mighty name of Jesus we pray, amen!
Written by NDP Task Force President, Kathy Branzell
August Primary – Who’s On the Ballot?
On August 1st, primary elections will be held for U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Tennessee Senate (even-numbered districts), and Tennessee House of Representatives. General elections will be held for vacant state judicial offices and applicable county offices.
The voter registration deadline is July 2nd with early voting beginning July 12th!
May GOP Meetings & Special Events
Cumberland Co Republican Women Thursday, May 2nd @ 5:30 pm FB link
Program: Gwen Schallow, NRA Instructor on Gun Safety
TCAT Building 1
910 Miller Ave, Crossville, TN 38555
Van Buren County GOP Monday, May 6th @ 6:00 pm FB link
Burritt College
445 College St, Spencer, TN 38585
Putnam County GOP – Tuesday, May 7th @ 5:30 pm FB link
Potluck at 5:30 pm (please bring sides or desserts), Program at 6 pm
State Representative Ryan Williams
90 E Spring St, Cookeville, TN 38501
Rep. Women of the Upper Cumberland – Tuesday, May 14th @ noon FB link
Program: State Senator Paul Bailey & Representative Ryan Williams
A limited number of lunches are provided for $10 (pay at the door – cash or check)
Soul Craft Event Space (across the street from Soul Craft Coffee)
43 W. Broad Street, Cookeville, TN
Overton County GOP Tuesday, May 14th @ 6:30 pm FB link
Program: TBA
Livingston-Overton Chamber of Commerce
222 East Main St
Livingston, TN
Cumberland County GOP – No meeting in May FB link
Smith County GOP Tuesday, May 21st @ 6:30 pm FB link
Food & Fellowship at 6:30 pm, Program at 7 pm
Program: State Representative Michael Hale
Smith County Chamber of Commerce
939 Upper Ferry Rd, Carthage, TN 37030
Warren County GOP Thursday, May 23rd @ 6:00 pm FB link
Bring finger foods to share
Program: District 43 State Representative Candidates
Warren County Admin Building, Magnolia Room
201 Locust St, McMinnville, TN 37110
White County GOP No Meeting in May – Memorial Day! FB link
Speaker: TBA
3rd Floor, White County Courthouse
1 East Bockman Way, Sparta, TN38583
Jackson County GOP Tuesday, May 28th @ 6:00 pm FB link
Doors open at 6 pm, Potluck at 6:30 pm, Program at 7 pm
Timeless Events on Main
200 South Main St, Gainesboro TN 38562
Bledsoe County GOP TBA FB link
Program: TBA
Pikeville, TN 37367
Bledsoe Co. Young Republicans (Meeting TBA) FB link
